Southwest Casserole Recipe
Description: Dive into the flavors of the Southwest with this hearty and flavorful Southwest Casserole recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or for sharing at gatherings, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal 🍲
Keywords: Cheese 🧀, Meat 🥩, Southwestern U.S. 🌵, < 60 Mins ⏱️, Oven 🍽️, Easy 🌟, Inexpensive 💰
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 431.6
- Fat: 21.4g
- Saturated Fat: 9.2g
- Cholesterol: 71.2mg
- Sodium: 918.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 32.4g
- Fiber: 9.4g
- Sugar: 3.7g
- Protein: 28.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | Ground beef |
| 1/4 cup | Celery |
| 1/2 cup | Onion |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1/4 cup | Green chilies |
| 2 cups | Cheddar cheese |
| 1 | Green onions |
| 1 | Tomato |
| 2 tbsp | Sliced ripe olives |
| 2 cups | Tortilla chips |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook Beef Mixture: In a 12-inch skillet, cook the ground beef, celery, and onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
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Add Seasonings: Stir in the taco seasoning, water, green chilies, and mix well to combine all the flavors.
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Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the beef mixture into a 9×13 inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
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Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for about 35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and heated through.
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Add Toppings: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the top evenly with cheddar cheese. Then, garnish with chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, and crushed tortilla chips.
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Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious flavors of the Southwest!
This Southwest Casserole is a delightful combination of savory beef, zesty chilies, gooey cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips, creating a dish that’s bursting with flavor in every bite. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just for your family, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the taste of the Southwest tonight!
